specifically
gb/spɪsˈɪfɪkli/ us/spɪsˈɪfɪkli/
B1
Angličtina
~ 2400
konkrétan, kifejezetten, pontosan
B1
1
Vzorec užití:
to refer specifically to [something]
The manager spoke specifically about the need for better communication.
A vezető konkrétan arról beszélt, hogy jobb kommunikációra van szükség.
This course is designed specifically for beginners.
Ezt a tanfolyamot kifejezetten kezdőknek tervezték.
She asked specifically if you would be at the meeting.
The rule applies specifically to online transactions.
He mentioned your name specifically during the discussion.
Učební příklady
This book is made specifically for children.
Ez a könyv kifejezetten gyerekeknek készült.
I want to talk specifically about your idea.
Szeretnék konkrétan az ötletedről beszélni.
The teacher spoke specifically to me.
This room is used specifically for meetings.
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes confuse 'specifically' with 'especially'. 'Specifically' means in a precise way, while 'especially' means 'more than others' or 'particularly'.
Význam
Exactly and precisely
Kolokace
specifically designed
|specifically mentioned
|specifically for
|meant specifically
|specifically address
Synonyma
precisely (Very close in meaning; can sometimes sound slightly more formal or technical.)
|
exactly (Common synonym; often used more casually than 'specifically'.)
Antonyma
generally (Means broadly or usually, the opposite of focusing on exact detail.)
|
vaguely (Means without clear details, the opposite of being specific.)
Témata
communication
|clarity
|core_vocabulary
Definice
In a way that is exact and clear, not general.
In a clear and exact way, with no ambiguity or generalization.
B1
2
kifejezetten
B2
Vzorec užití:
made specifically for [someone/something]
This software was developed specifically for small businesses.
Ezt a szoftvert kifejezetten kisvállalkozások számára fejlesztették.
We chose this venue specifically because it has wheelchair access.
Ezt a helyszínt kifejezetten azért választottuk, mert kerekesszékkel is megközelíthető.
She called specifically to thank you.
These shoes are made specifically for running on trails.
Učební příklady
This chair is made specifically for tall people.
Ez a szék kifejezetten magas embereknek készült.
I came here specifically to see you.
Kifejezetten azért jöttem ide, hogy téged lássalak.
He bought the gift specifically for her.
This bag is designed specifically for travel.
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes use 'special' instead of 'specifically', but 'special' is an adjective, not an adverb.
Význam
For a particular purpose or person
Kolokace
specifically for you
|specifically tailored
|specifically created
|specifically intended
Synonyma
exclusively (Stresses that something is only for one person or group.)
|
solely (Emphasizes that there are no other purposes or recipients.)
Antonyma
generally (Means for most people or cases, not just one.)
Témata
daily life
|customization
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definice
Only for one person, thing, or purpose, not for others.
For a particular person, thing, or purpose, and not for others or in general.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
specifically
IPA
GB/spɪsˈɪfɪkli/
US/spɪsˈɪfɪkli/
Slabiky a přízvuk
spe - cific - ally (3 slabiky)
Stress on 2nd syllable (cific)
Tvary slova
Noun
- Base: specifically
- Plural: specificallies
Příbuzná slova
Forms
specificallies
noun
Related words
specification
noun B2
Advanced or less common
specificity
noun
Výrazy
ask specifically for
1/ˈæsk spɪsˈɪfɪkli fɚ/
fixed phrase
Request something exact by name/description
To say clearly what you want when asking.
Příklady
- If you want soy milk, you need to ask specifically for it.
- She asked specifically for a quiet room away from the street.
more specifically
1/mˈɔɹ spɪsˈɪfɪkli/
fixed phrase
In a more precise way
Used to give a clearer or more exact explanation.
Příklady
- I enjoy outdoor activities; more specifically, I like hiking and cycling.
- The meeting is about safety—more specifically, fire safety.
quite specifically
1/kwˈaɪt spɪsˈɪfɪkli/
fixed phrase
Very exactly and clearly
In a very clear and exact way.
Příklady
- He told me quite specifically not to touch anything.
- She asked quite specifically for the blue folder.